2007 Audi S3 vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2007 Audi S3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Juara would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Proton Juara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Audi | Proton |
| Model | S3 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
